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Industrial Design Registration for Your Product's Unique Look
Protect the shape, pattern and appearance that make your product stand out, in India and the US.
Protect Your Product DesignIN SHORT
Industrial design registration protects the visual appearance of a product, such as its shape, pattern or ornamentation. In India this is a registered design, and in the US it is a design patent. LYI helps businesses search, prepare and file design applications in both countries.
Who is this for?
- 01Manufacturers and product companies
- 02Consumer goods, furniture, packaging and fashion accessory brands
- 03Electronics and hardware startups
- 04Design studios and product designers
A CLOSER LOOK
What is Industrial Design Registration?
Customers often choose a product because of how it looks. If a competitor copies your shape or pattern, your hard work in design can be lost overnight. A design registration protects appearance, not how a product works. We help you check novelty, prepare clear drawings, file the right application and plan protection across both markets.
What we do
- 01Design novelty search: Check whether similar designs already exist before you file.
- 02Drawings and representation: Prepare accurate views that define what is protected.
- 03Filing in India: Application under the Designs Act, with follow-up on objections.
- 04Filing in the US: Design patent applications at the USPTO.
- 05Portfolio planning: Decide which designs to protect first, and what to protect with patents or trademarks.
THE PROCESS
How it works
Review. We look at your product and what makes its appearance unique.
Search. We check for similar existing designs.
File. We prepare drawings and apply in India, the US or both.
Follow up. We reply to examiner objections until registration.
COUNTRY GUIDE
India and US at a glance
| Topic | India | United States |
|---|---|---|
| Name of right | Registered design | Design patent |
| What is protected | Shape, configuration, pattern or ornament applied to an article | Ornamental appearance of a functional article |
| Typical term | 10 years, extendable once by 5 years | 15 years from grant |
| Key rule | Design must be new and not disclosed before filing | Design must be new, original and non-obvious |
| Authority | Designs Office, India | USPTO |
Rules and fees can change. Confirm the current position for your situation before filing.
Example use cases
- 01A startup protects the shape of a new gadget before launch
- 02A furniture brand secures a distinctive chair design
- 03A packaging company protects a new bottle shape
- 04An exporter extends design protection to the US
Why choose LYI for Industrial Design Registration
- 01Design-aware team: We help you separate what is a design, what is a patent and what is a trademark.
- 02Clear visuals: Accurate drawings that define your protection.
- 03Two-market approach: India and US planned together.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
What is industrial design registration?
It is a legal protection for the visual look of a product, such as its shape, pattern or decoration, that stops others from copying that appearance.
What is the difference between a design and a patent?
A design protects how a product looks. A patent protects how it works. Some products need both.
Can I register a design after launching my product?
Usually not in India, because the design must not be disclosed before filing. The US allows a limited grace period for your own disclosures. File before launch whenever you can.
How long does design protection last?
In India, 10 years, extendable by 5 years. In the US, a design patent lasts 15 years from grant.
Do I need to register my design in each country?
Yes. Design rights are national, so register in each country where you want protection.
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Protect Your Product DesignThe information on this website is general in nature and is not legal advice. Please speak to an IP professional about your specific situation.
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